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PA Weather Alert: 29° Freeze in Pittsburgh, Nov 15–18
Pennsylvania's November weather is preparing for a sharp turnaround, with damp pavement and chilly winds giving way to freezing temperatures. Pittsburgh could fall to 29 degrees early Wednesday before
By Wesley Grant · 2026-11-15T10:15:37.838Z
Pennsylvania's November weather is preparing for a sharp turnaround, with damp pavement and chilly winds giving way to freezing temperatures. Pittsburgh could fall to 29 degrees early Wednesday before afternoon sunshine sends temperatures climbing toward 59 degrees.
The temperature swing raises concerns about frost and isolated slick spots during colder morning travel.
According to the National Weather Service, Pittsburgh faces a 60% chance of rain Sunday before a drier, colder pattern develops.
Rain Moves Through Pittsburgh Before Temperatures Drop Sunday begins with temperatures near 38 degrees at Allegheny County Airport.
West winds around 18 mph make conditions feel closer to 32 degrees.
Rain is likely before 9 a.m., with precipitation chances reaching 60%.
Afternoon temperatures should climb toward 49 degrees, although mostly cloudy skies will maintain a damp November feel.
The National Weather Service expects less than one tenth of an inch of additional precipitation.
By early Monday, November 16, temperatures could fall near 36 degrees.
Monday brings mostly cloudy skies and highs near 51 degrees.
Tuesday Brings Sunshine Before a 29 Degree Low Tuesday, November 17, offers a noticeable improvement.
Sunshine should lift afternoon temperatures toward 55 degrees, providing a break from the damp start.
However, colder conditions return by early Wednesday, November 18.
Temperatures could fall to 29 degrees, bringing the week's lowest projected reading.
Residents should protect sensitive outdoor plants and prepare for freezing conditions.
Wednesday afternoon delivers a dramatic recovery, with sunshine pushing highs near 59 degrees.
Thursday continues the warming trend, with temperatures reaching approximately 61 degrees.
By Friday, highs could approach 62 degrees.
Could Freezing Temperatures Create Slick Roads? Drivers using I 376, I 279, I 79 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike should remain alert during colder mornings.
Wet pavement can become slippery when temperatures fall below freezing.
However, the supplied forecast does not indicate additional precipitation Tuesday or Wednesday.
That limits the potential for widespread flash freezing conditions.
The broader Great Lakes region may experience lake effect precipitation, including higher elevation rain and snow mixtures.
However, accumulating snow is not indicated in Pittsburgh's supplied local forecast.
No local tornado producing thunderstorms are identified.
Pittsburgh's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Mostly cloudy, high near 51°F. Partly cloudy Monday night, low around 30°F. Tuesday, November 17: Sunny and cool, high near 55°F. Clear Tuesday night, low around 29°F. Wednesday, November 18: Sunny and noticeably warmer, high near 59°F. Mostly clear Wednesday night, low around 31°F. Thursday, November 19: Mostly sunny with a high near 61°F. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low around 40°F. Friday, November 20: Mostly sunny and mild, high near 62°F. Partly cloudy Friday night, low around 40°F. Looking Ahead: November 21 and Beyond Saturday, November 21, should bring sunshine and highs near 66 degrees.
That would extend Pittsburgh's warming trend into the weekend, with temperatures considerably milder than the week's coldest mornings.
The supplied information does not establish a specific six to 10 day precipitation or temperature trend beyond Saturday.
For now, the biggest weather concern remains the transition from Sunday's rain to freezing temperatures early in the week.
Are you seeing wet roads around Pittsburgh this morning, or are you already preparing for another round of freezing temperatures? Tell us what conditions you're experiencing in your neighborhood!